Which is the most popular engine in the Audi A1?

There haven't been a lot of diesel engines offered with the A1, making the petrol motors more popular. The S Line Competition has the 40 TFSI, which produces 197bhp or 204bhp for the fastest acceleration times.

What are the most popular trim levels?

The new A1 comes in Sport, S Line and Black Edition trims. The S Line is the most popular used trim because of the value it provides while still offering some updated features and technology. This includes a sportier body kit and suspension, along with larger 17-inch alloy wheels.

What optional extras should I look out for?

Customers should look out for the Technology Pack with its immersive SONOS 3D premium sound system, Phonebox light with wireless device charging and heated front seats. This package also comes with advanced safety equipment, such as a high-tech reversing camera and the parking system plus technology.

Is the Audi A1 a good family car?

Even though the A1 is a compact hatchback, it's still practical enough for smaller families. Adults are able to fit in the rear seat, and there's a good amount of boot space available. With the upgraded technology, even longer drives can be enjoyable.

Is there a hybrid version of the Audi A1?

Even though Audi has been a leader in the hybrid and EV market, the A1 doesn't have any electrified powertrains yet.

Is the Audi A1 available as an automatic?

Some engines were available with an automatic gearbox, but they aren't as popular as the manual transmissions. However, customers should be able to find either in the used market.

Is there a four-wheel drive version available?

Most Audi A1 models have standard front-wheel drive. Because four-wheel drive was a rare option, there aren't many available on the used market. For typical driving conditions in the city or on the motorway, front-wheel drive is capable and provides good handling.

2,815 Used Audi A1 cars for sale

Audi A12016 - 1.6 TDI SE 3dr

Low Mileage

£8,250

Finance available £162 pm

1.6L
67.4K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Cathedral Road Car Sales

02837440625 *

Audi A12022 (22) - 1.0 TFSI 25 Sport Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,550

Finance available £361 pm

1L
12.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Quality Part X Ltd Dunstable

01582280653 *

Audi A12022 - 25 TFSI Sport 5dr

Low Mileage

£16,999

Finance available £347 pm

1L
11.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

cinch

02037808144 *

4.2/5 Stars

Audi A12012 (12) - 1.6 TDI S line Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

£3,681

1.6L
129.6K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Eye Green Cars

01733794296 *

3.7/5 Stars

Audi A12015 - 1.6 TDI Sport Sportback Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

£5,495

Finance available £100 pm

1.6L
106.2K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

East Leeds Car Sales Limited

01134676156 *

4.3/5 Stars

Audi A12020 (69) - 1.0 TFSI 30 S line Sportback S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

Reduced

£14,949

Finance available £312 pm

1L
61.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

CARS YARD

02039577371 *

4.5/5 Stars

Audi A12023 - S line 25 TFSI 95 PS 5-speed Manual 5-Door

Low Mileage

£20,000

1L
12.3K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Cardiff Audi

02922679534 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12021 (21) - 1.0 TFSI 25 Technik Sportback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps)

Low Mileage

£15,799

1L
21.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

HPL Motors Oldham

01612416881 *

Audi A12023 - 30 Tfsi 110 Black Edition 5Dr

Low Mileage

£24,128

1L
10.6K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Hamilton Audi

01698539500 *

Audi A12022 (22) - 1.0 TFSI 25 Sport Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps) Touchs

Low Mileage

£18,990

Finance available £369 pm

1L
9.7K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Cartime Rochdale

01615298277 *

4.4/5 Stars

Audi A12023 - 25 TFSI Sport 5dr

£18,490

Finance available £359 pm

1L
24.9K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Fermanagh Auto Sales

02868336501 *

Audi A12022 - 25 Tfsi Sport 5Dr

£17,135

1L
25.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Teeside Audi

01642937608 *

Audi A12022 - 1.0 A1 Sportback 25 TFSI Sport Semi-Auto 5dr

Low Mileage

£18,720

Finance available £364 pm

1L
10.6K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Sidegate Motorpark

01493807056 *

Audi A12017 - 1.6 TDI Sport 3dr

£8,495

Finance available £167 pm

1.6L
95.0K
Miles
Diesel
Manual
Hatchback

Antrim Road Autos Ltd

02890023160 *

Audi A12016 (16) - 1.0 TFSI SE Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (95 ps)

Low Mileage

£9,499

Finance available £190 pm

1L
56.0K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Wise Auto Ltd

02038737355 *

Audi A12021 (21) - 1.5 TFSI 35 S line Sportback 5dr Petrol S Tronic Euro 6 (s/s) (150 ps)

£17,200

Finance available £355 pm

1.5L
37.3K
Miles
Petrol
Automatic
Hatchback

Big Motoring World Leeds

01134689988 *

Audi A12019 - 1.0 A1 Sportback 30 TFSI SE 5dr

£11,995

1L
73.1K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Culloden Car Sales

01463216019 *

Audi A12018 - SPORTBACK TFSI SPORT 5-Door

Low Mileage

£11,495

Finance available £234 pm

1.4L
41.7K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Skinners of Rye

01797330908 *

4.7/5 Stars

Audi A12023 - 30 TFSI 110 S Line 5dr

£21,690

Finance available £425 pm

1L
2.8K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

Belfast Audi

02890021943 *

Audi A12016 - 1.4 TFSI Sport 3dr, SH, 2 keys, 2 keepers

Low Mileage

£8,295

Finance available £163 pm

1.4L
57.0K
Miles
Petrol
Manual
Hatchback

ACE Motor Hub Ltd

01724700023 *

Why buy a used Audi A1?

If you're in the market for a car that's practical, comfortable and classy, then a used Audi A1 is a great choice. This small car is fun to drive and offers good handling as well as numerous advanced safety features. It's perfectly styled, inside and out, with high-tech additions that make it more desirable.

Used Audi A1 snapshot review

Author: Jack Evans

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Pros

Great to drive
Stylish interior and exterior
Much more practical than before

Cons

Pricier than rivals
Interior quality lacking in places
Limited engine range

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Different generations of used Audi A1

Audi spent time creating a supermini that could compete against the MINI Hatch, and released the A1 in 2010. With its upmarket styling and well-built design, the A1 became a popular vehicle almost immediately. Now in its second generation, Audi continues to revise the powertrains and features, ensuring that it remains a top choice among discerning drivers.

Second Generation (2018 to Present)

Audi discontinued the three-door hatchback model when releasing the new A1. The company also made the decision to discontinue all diesel engines, replacing them with petrol only. The size of the A1 was increased significantly, which gave it more interior room and boot space.

The angular lines and sharp curves of the A1 became reminiscent of the 1984 Sport Quattro rally car, especially with the horizontal slats found on the bonnet edge. A special model was released, known as the Black Edition, that added some unique black exterior styling touches.

Fuel type:: Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 40 - 61
Acceleration:: 6.5 - 11.5 seconds
Boot space:: 335 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
25 TFSI Sport 5dr
Cheapest
25 TFSI SE 5dr
Fastest
40 TFSI S Line Competition 5dr S Tronic

First Generation (2010 to 2018)

When it was first released, the A1 came as a three-door hatchback, but a five-door model was added just a couple of years later, giving customers more options. The platform was shared with the VW Polo (Mk5) and SEAT Ibiza (Mk4), giving it a reliable build. The difference was in the high-end features added to the Audi lineup.

The Sport models were offered with a softer suspension for better handling. There was also a special-edition A1 Quattro model offered. However, with only 333 built, the UK only received about 20 of them, making it very rare.

Fuel type:: Diesel / Petrol
Engine Size:: 1 - 2
MPG:: 39 - 80
Acceleration:: 5.8 - 11.9 seconds
Boot space:: 210 - 270 L capacity
NCAP Safety rating:: 5 / 5 stars

Greenest
1.0 TFSI SE 3dr
Cheapest
1.2 TFSI SE 3dr
Fastest
S1 TFSI Quattro 3dr

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